ARRIVAL OF SIR W. JERVOIS, OUR NEW GOVERNOR.

Daily Telegraph (Napier), Issue 3596, 20 January 1883, Page 3

ARRIVAL OF SIR W. JER VOIS, OUR NEW GOVERNOR.

AYellington, This day. At 11 o'clock last night the AVakatipu's lights showed rounding Point Halswell, where Captain AVheeler burned a blue light and sent up a rocket, also slowing off for a short time. The Premier went on board in the Naval Brigade's cutter, and the AVakatipu then steamed slowly up to the wharf, where a very large crowd had assembled. About 11.40 she made fast, and hearty cheers were given for the new Governor. The Mayor of AVellington, the Hon. AValter Johnston, the Hon. John Bryco, and other gentlemen soon boarded the steamer. After a short interval the Premier informed the Mayor that his Excellency would remain on board all night. The official landing of the Governor and suite took place at 2 o'clock this afternoon. There was splendid weather for the reception, and an enormous assemblage attended to witness the proceedings. All the shipping in the harbor were gaily decorated with bunting, and triumphial arches were erected in the main streets. All the principal business houses were also flying bunting. On stepping ashore the Mayor and councillors presented an address welcoming His Excellency, Lady Jervois, and family on their arrival in New Zealand, and expressing their feeling of loyalty and devotion to the Queen. The address went on to say:—" Aware as we are of the valuable and distinguished services you have rendered in other portions of Her Majesty's dominions, and of the high estimation in which you have been held while acting as Her Majesty's representative in other important colonies, we have great pleasure in seeing you assume the Governorship of New Zealand." The address concluded: —" AA'e beg to assiu'c Your Excellency that you may ever confidently rely on the citizens of AVellington being ready to assist your endeavors for maintaining the peace, order, and good government of this colony, and promoting the welfare of the colony." An address was also presented by the Oddfellows, congratulating His Excellency on his appointment, and assuring him of their loyalty to the Queen and Governor. After the addresses were presented and replies made, His Excellency was introduced to the legislative, clerical, and civil dignitaries. The Mayoress and daughter presented bouquets to Lady and Miss Jervois. An immense crowd was present, and the recejDtion was most enthusiastic. The vice-regal party then drove to Government House. The streets were lined with spectators, and the utmost enthusiasm prevailed, His Excellency being frequently cheered.